Illinois GOP voters say they're ready for change

Republicans in Illinois say they're anxious to pick a candidate to run in the general election.

The Associated Press

Republicans in Illinois say they're anxious to pick a candidate to run in the general election.

Southwestern Illinois retiree Gary Ledford says he always votes and was among the first to show up at a Godfrey polling place today morning.

The 67-year-old says he's fed up with Illinois' indebtedness and change is on his mind. He voted for state Sen. Kirk Dillard for governor and political newcomer Erika Harold in the congressional race against incumbent Rep. Rodney Davis.

He said he expects people to vote because of concern about the federal health care overhaul.

In northern Illinois, 63-year-old Reid Reynolds said he felt Republicans have "a good opportunity" to win November's general election if they select a strong candidate today.